Augmented ICOS signalling may contribute to the pathogenesis of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) during early progressive disease. Soluble ICOS levels may be used as a serum marker for the activity and severity of SSc. Pub Med Rheumatology (Oxford). 2013 Feb;52(2):242-51. (Also see: Overview of B Cells and T Cells)

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